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RECESS is a signature program of The YMCA of Greenville for post high school adults with diverse abilities. The RECESS program was founded upon the 3 Pillars of the YMCA:

Youth Development

Healthy Living

Social Responsibility

For the RECESS program, we added:

Adult Development

Social/Independent Living

During programming, participants learn about nutrition, fitness, social responsibility, community outreach, and independent living skills. RECESS allows adults with diverse abilities not only a place to continue to learn new skills, but also gives them a place to connect with friends and gain a sense of belonging.

During programming, participants learn about nutrition, fitness, social responsibility, community outreach, and independent living skills. RECESS allows adults with diverse abilities not only a place to continue to learn new skills, but also gives them a place to connect with friends and gain a sense of belonging.

Sharon DeFelice’s daughter, Amanda, was one of the pilot program’s participants. DeFelice said the program has given her daughter confidence to do daily tasks most adults do without any trouble. “Her adult body with a toddler mind offers her many frustrations, but with the program, she gained willingness and confidence,” DeFelice said.